William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery

Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery

by Eric Metaxas

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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William Wilberforce was a British politician and philanthropist who led the campaign to abolish the slave trade in the British Empire. He was a devout Christian who believed that slavery was a sin and that it was his duty to fight against it.

Wilberforce was born in 1759 in Hull, England. He studied law at Cambridge University and then entered politics. He was elected to Parliament in 1780 and quickly became a leading voice in the anti-slavery movement.

In 1787, Wilberforce introduced a bill in Parliament to abolish the slave trade. The bill was defeated, but Wilberforce continued to campaign against slavery. He wrote books and pamphlets, and he gave speeches throughout the country.

In 1807, Wilberforce's bill to abolish the slave trade was finally passed into law. This was a major victory for the anti-slavery movement, but Wilberforce knew that there was still much work to be done.

Wilberforce continued to campaign against slavery until his death in 1833. In 1833, the British Parliament passed the Slavery Abolition Act, which abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.

Wilberforce's Legacy

William Wilberforce was one of the most important figures in the history of the anti-slavery movement. His tireless efforts helped to bring about the end of the slave trade and the abolition of slavery in the British Empire.

Wilberforce's legacy is still felt today. His work inspired other abolitionists around the world, and his example continues to inspire people who are fighting against injustice and oppression.

The Book

William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery is a biography that tells the story of Wilberforce's life and work. The book is written by Adam Hochschild, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian.

Hochschild's book is a fascinating and inspiring account of Wilberforce's life and work. The book is full of rich detail and vivid descriptions, and it brings Wilberforce to life.

William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery is a must-read for anyone who is interested in history, biography, or the fight against injustice.

William Wilberforce was a remarkable man who made a significant contribution to the world. His work helped to end the slave trade and the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. His legacy continues to inspire people today.

William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery is a fascinating and inspiring book that tells the story of Wilberforce's life and work. The book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in history, biography, or the fight against injustice.

Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery

by Eric Metaxas

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1130 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	309 pages

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